When it comes to concrete, the idea of looking at the same dull and gray concrete floor doesn’t excite a lot of homeowners. Luckily, acid-stained concrete brings a new and stylish life to concrete floors in delightful ways. The team at Roider Contracting in Columbia, IL, lists three main advantages to having an acid-stained concrete floor for your home.

Design & Color Options Are Endless

While concrete is an extremely strong material, its unappetizing appearance leaves these floors mainly in basements and garages. With acid staining, you can turn any old-looking concrete floor into a fresh, surprisingly vibrant surface. Acid stain reacts chemically on the surface of the concrete to create a light, dark, or colorful finish depending on what you want. You can turn your concrete patio into a stunning slab marble, or, with the right colors and tools, you can give it an intricate design and even mimic wooden floors.

Easy to Maintain & Resistant to Damage

Even if you walk around in heels all day and spill all sorts of liquids onto the floor, with a beautifully polished concrete floor, any mess is easy to clean up. Plus, you won’t have to worry about any additional staining, scratches, or dents. Unlike carpeted floors, concrete is impermeable to stains and nasty critters like bed bugs or allergens and pollen. Concrete floors are long-lasting and save you money in the long run by keeping you from having to install a new floor from wear and tear.

Budget & Environmentally Friendly

If you don’t have the budget to install a brand new floor, or if you’re concerned about the environmental impact of making concrete, you might already have a subfloor made of concrete that you can use as your new floor. All it takes is removing the already existing floor, then smoothing, staining, and polishing the concrete subfloor. This process can be less expensive than applying tiles, carpet, or wood—there’s no need to break the bank or increase your carbon footprint.

If you want the flexibility and beauty that an acid-stained concrete floor offers your house, take the first step with Roider Contracting. As a family-owned and -operated business, they know how to turn your house into a home. Call them at (314) 807-0492 to discuss the details of your needs. Make sure to check out pictures on their website of acid-stained concrete floors they’ve done in previous homes.